The Perception of the Public: White Versus Black Police Officers

Abstract

How do people perceive black versus white cops in and around Chicago? I surveyed 85 people from different racial groups, categorized as black, white, and ‘other.’ Respondents answered 34 questions. The questions were based around six different sections: demographics, physical interactions with Black or White cops, perceptions of White or Black cops, Racial profiling, Dangers of being a Police officer, and General opinions about Police Officers.